The City of DeBary issues building permits through its Building Department at City Hall. The City contracts PDCS, LLC to provide building code administration, plan review, inspections and support services.
What requires a building permit in DeBary?
The Building Department processes permits for re-roofs, demolition, sheds, low-voltage electrical, mechanical (HVAC) and plumbing work, among others. Fence and sign permits go through the Planning and Zoning Department instead.
Who handles permitting in DeBary?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Office | 16 Colomba Road, DeBary, FL 32713 |
| Phone | 386-601-0212 (Building); City Hall 386-668-2040 |
| Hours | City Hall: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; closed holidays |
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Building permit applications, status checks, fee payments, and inspection scheduling are handled through Citizenserve.
| Permit area | Local filing note |
|---|---|
| Building | Re-roofs, demolition, sheds and other building work; the city publishes a permit submittal checklist. |
| Electrical | Low-voltage and other electrical work, processed by the Building Department. |
| Plumbing | Processed by the Building Department; PDCS reviews plumbing plans. |
| Mechanical / HVAC | Processed by the Building Department; the city also publishes a gas plan spreadsheet. |
| Other local records | Fence and sign permits go through Planning and Zoning; tree removal needs a separate tree removal permit. |
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The city lists a $50 application fee for residential permits and $100 for commercial permits under its fee schedule effective August 1, 2024.
Trade permits in DeBary
PDCS reviews building plans for structural, plumbing, electrical, mechanical (HVAC) and product approval compliance. The city publishes a subcontractor list form for permits with trade work.
How to get a building permit in DeBary
Check that the project address is inside the City of DeBary.
Choose the Citizenserve permit type for the building work and each affected trade.
Use the city's permit submittal checklist and supporting forms such as the Notice of Commencement, owner-builder statement or re-roof documents.
Apply, check status and pay fees through the Citizenserve Online Portal.
Pay the application fee ($50 residential, $100 commercial) and the permit fees in the fee schedule effective August 1, 2024.
Schedule inspections in Citizenserve or by calling 386-601-0212, and pass all required inspections before closeout or occupancy.
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Schedule inspections online through the Citizenserve Online Portal or by phone at 386-601-0212. PDCS performs inspections for the City.
Florida building code
The Florida Building Code, 8th Edition (2023), has applied statewide since 31 December 2023; the Florida Building Commission has proposed the 9th Edition (2026) to take effect on 31 December 2026. Florida permit rules
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These are the primary sources behind this guide. Codes, fee schedules and procedures change — confirm the position for your filing date.
- Florida Building Code - 8th Edition (2023), effective December 31, 2023
- City permits
- Building Department
Frequently asked questions
Who issues building permits in DeBary?
The City of DeBary Building Department, run under contract by PDCS, LLC.
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Online through the Citizenserve Online Portal, which also handles status checks, fee payments and inspection scheduling.
How are inspections requested?
Through the Citizenserve Online Portal or by phone at 386-601-0212.
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